Puy-l'Évêque

Puy-l'Évêque

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Puy-l'Évêque		Pescadoires at 2.7 km (3 min)
Insee code	46231		Lagardelle at 4.5 km (7 min)
Postcode	46700		Prayssac at 4.9 km (6 min)
Latitude	44.5039140		Duravel at 5.6 km (7 min)
Longitude	1.1368080		Vire-sur-Lot at 5.8 km (10 min)
Altitude	From 80 to 284 meters		Grézels at 6.5 km (11 min)
Surface	26.38 km²		Montcabrier at 7.5 km (13 min)
Population	2197 inhabitants		Castelfranc at 7.9 km (10 min)
Density	82 inhabitants/km²		Cassagnes at 8.7 km (18 min)
National labels			Pomarède at 9.6 km (19 min)
Chief town	Cahors (at 33 km, 36 min)		Floressas at 9.8 km (19 min)
Department	Lot		Touzac at 10.1 km (14 min)
Region	Midi-Pyrénées		Search another town

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Puy-l'Évêque is built on an isthmus of the narrowest crossing of the plateau by the Lot, in a region where the terrain mellows, forecasting the Agen.

Website registered Puy-l'Évêque lies on the borders of Quercy and Périgord, not far from Gascony.

Puy-l'Évêque invites you to discover the remains of its ancient and rich history. Behind the tower of the 13th century, the last remnant of the Episcopal Palace, the city floor superb medieval houses of ocher to the dock where there was an active port, nearby neighborhoods craft (marked route, guided tours).

At the heart of the vineyard of the Appellation of Origin "Cahors", Puy-l'Évêque home to large estates and castles. The main variety is Auxerrois is he who gives it its color. Rich in tannins and bouquet, this "strong drink and tasty" by Clément Marot, has attracted the tsars and throughout Europe.

Cahors wine marries well with the local gastronomy: foie gras, wild mushrooms, duck breast, walnut cake, truffles ...

• Free visit following the marked route to the city tour and a tour in the summer, every Wednesday at 10am. For groups, tour all year by reservation.
• Visit of the church of Saint Sauveur Puy-l'Évêque, portal historic monument (MH). Its construction began in the 13th century and covers the period until the 19th century (see: the windows of Louis Victor Gesta, Calvary Cross (MH) in the cemetery).
• Hobbies: Swimming, beach, water sports, tennis, skate park, mini golf, mountain biking, climbing, karting, horse riding, fitness trail, hiking.
• Art: Workshop, Contemporary Art Gallery.

• Traditional market every Tuesday morning in the Place de la Mairie.
• The celebrations that punctuate the year:

• Antiques Show in January.
• Arts and Crafts Fair: in April.
• River Festival and the Vineyard: May.
• Festival of the ordinary: in July.
• Fair Flea Market: July.
• Local festival of Puy-l'Évêque for 5 days in August: Free balls, carnival, Grand Prix Cycliste especially the symphonic fairy pyro-burning of the city.
• And other events throughout the year ...

• Courbenac (1.5 km): charming 17th century church built on the lot and seemed to be dedicated to fishermen and boatmen.
• The amateur of paintings will not fail to visit Martignac (2 km from the center) where a Romanesque church from the 13th century (MH). In the late 15th century, the nave was decorated with a series of murals exceptionally rich and full.
• A remarkable site near Touzac Puy-l'Évêque: Source Bleue known for his mill in the Middle Ages and the residence of actress Marguerite Moreno, a friend of Colette.

View Puy-l'Évêque the other side of the Lot (Credit: S. Creteur)		View on the Set of City Hall (Photo credit: S. Creteur)
The House Laundry and old porch (Credit: S. Creteur )

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. -3°C - Max. 7°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C

La Buissière     10 Duravel La Buissière is a place of calm and spirituality. A place to meet, with yourself, and with others. We support the idea of joining together to share common values such as : respect for... Located 4.5 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 60 € to 80 € the double room

Coulou     9.9 Grézels Welcome to Coulou. In this old winemakers house with all amenities and authenticity, you will appreciate the tranquility and beauty of the landscape of the Causses du Quercy. The 20... Located 5.3 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 55 € to 90 € the double room

Atelier de la Rose     10 Montcabrier The property is situated on the square of a charming, little bastide village in the Lot, near the Dordogne. The terrace, where breakfast and dinner can be served, has beautiful panoramic... Located 6.4 km from Puy-l'Évêque 52 € the double room

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Gîtes de charme dans la vallée du Lot   9.9   SPECIAL OFFER Puy-l'Évêque Le domaine du Cardou is located on the borders of Périgord and Quercy. Two kilometers from Puy l'Evêque, one of the most beautiful villages in the lot region, we invite you to discover... Located in Puy-l'Évêque From 500 € to 1200 € per week

La Bouyssette, gite avec piscine   9.8   SPECIAL OFFER Prayssac Lodging independent to 25 m of the owner, with private terrace. Naturel ground 3 ha, very calm. With swimming pool, animalparc and field for jeu de boules/badminton. Organization of... Located 2.4 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 325 € to 725 € per week

Gîte Latapie Cassagnes Renovated cottage style country house near the houseowner with separate entrance located at the borders of Quercy and Perigord Agen. Located 5.1 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 150 € to 340 € per week

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Valenthèze auberge, camping  Montcabrier Our campsite is situated in a picturesque valley bisected by the small river Thèze. We offer 25 individual sites, each with an area of ​​200m², luxury tents for rent and cottages. Enjoy... Located 6.9 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 15 € to 18 € per day

Les catalpas     9.5 Fumel Located at the junction of two valleys: Dordogne and Lot, on the edge of 3 departments Lot et Garonne, Lot and Dordogne, the campsite of 2 ha, half bathed Lot offers about 60 pitches.... Located 11.8 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 16 € to 18 € per day

Camping Le Pouchou     10 Courbiac Located between Lot and Garonne, in a quiet green valley at the foot of a magnificent town, you will find a warm welcome and friendly surroundings full of charms and many famous sites.... Located 16.8 km from Puy-l'Évêque From 13 € to 91 € per day

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Claire Rive      7.9 Prayssac Situated near the River Lot, only a short distance from central Prayssac, this modern residence offers well-equipped accommodation. Featuring a gorgeous outdoor swimming pool, it is... Located 4.4 km from Puy-l'Évêque Room from 23 €

Domaine Salinié     8.9 Montcabrier Set in the heart of Quercy Perigord, Domaine Salinie offers fully equipped mobile homes and cottages. It is situated on a beautiful camping site. All the studios and cottages are equipped... Located 4.9 km from Puy-l'Évêque Room from 36 €

Le Neuf Golf Du Bouysset      8.2 Saint-Martin-le-Redon This hotel offers 5 en-suite guestrooms located on the Le Neuf du Bouysset golf course, in the Lot Valley. The hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool and garden. Guests of the Neuf... Located 7.6 km from Puy-l'Évêque Room from 50 €

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